Convenience is an important consideration when planning for a sustainable community. For residents who live and/or work in the Lonsdale Regional Town Centre, they can enjoy easy access to community amenities like City Hall and the Library and take advantage of essential services offered by the RCMP, Fire Department and Lions Gate Hospital. This high level of public accessibility is a major factor in determining where large institutions should be located.
The City's primary objective when it comes to institutional land use is to establish large institutions in areas where they will best serve the population and be well supported by residents and businesses. Other considerations include minimizing negative impacts such as parking, noise and traffic.